Security Officer (FRA25.316)

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office; Paris; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A government office in Paris is seeking a Security Officer to control access and supervise security at the British Embassy. You will ensure the safety of the premises while logged visitor details and monitored systems. The ideal candidate should have strong customer service skills, proficiency in English and French, and the ability to work varied hours. A monthly salary of €2624 gross is offered along with meal contributions.

Prestations

Meal contributions

Overtime payments

Qualifications

• Proven track record of working well in a team but also autonomously.
• Ability to work shift patterns including weekends, nights, and bank holidays.
• Strong customer service skills with excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency in English (C1 Level) and ability to communicate in French (B2 Level).

Responsabilités

• Control access of vehicles and visitors coming to the British Embassy.
• Supervise access control to buildings.
• Monitor CCTV and test alarms.
• Liaise with French Authorities when required.

Connaissances

Teamwork

Decision-making

Communication

Customer service

Description du poste

Overview

The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow. The FCDO operates an agile workforce and to facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time, as we may reasonably require. Job Category Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services); Job Subcategory Security Guards; Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities).

Main purpose of the job :

The jobholder will be working as a Security Officer reporting to the Deputy Post Security Manager and the Post Security Manager.

You will be controlling access of vehicles and visitors coming to the British Embassy and conducting vehicle search. Supervising access control to our buildings.

You will escort visitors and contractors. Making sure that all security procedures are well implemented. Carry out the Locking and unlocking of the building.

Responsibilities

• Working as a Security Officer at the Embassy & Residence, supervising the access control to the premises.
• Monitoring CCTV and testing Alarms.
• Making sure that details of visitors and staff are logged.
• Issuing Passes to visitors.
• Make sure that contractors are escorted in the building.
• Registering and scanning mail and parcels delivered to the Embassy.
• Liaising with the French Authorities when required.
• Doing access control and carry out guest list checks during events at the Residence.
• Completion of Security tasks according to the Standard Operating Procedures.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

Essential on arrival :

• Proven track record of working well in a team but also autonomously;
• Ability to work shift patterns (including weekends, Nights and Bank holidays) and to be flexible regarding taking on extra shifts to cover colleague’s absences;
• Strong customer service skills with excellent communication skills;
• Proven track record of making quick and effective decisions;
• Punctuality and excellent personal presentation;
• Proficiency in English (C1 Level) and ability to communicate effectively in French (B2 professional Level).

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

Nice to have :

• First Aid Trained;
• Previous experience in a security environment (Private, military or Police);
• Previous experience in Customer service role.

Other information

Required behaviours: Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Making Effective Decisions, Working Together.

Application deadline: 28 September 2025.

Grade: S1. Type of Position: Full-time, Permanent, Night shifts. Working hours per week: 35 hours / week. Shift work including night shift.

Region: Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia. Country/Territory: France. Location (City): Paris. Type of Post: British Embassy. Number of vacancies: 1. Salary: EUR 2624 Gross per month. Other benefits and conditions of employment.

Terms and Conditions

This is a full time, permanent contract. The position is based on a 35-hour week. Ability to work shift patterns (including weekends, Nights and Bank holidays) and to be flexible regarding taking on extra shifts. The monthly salary is 2624€ (gross). In addition, staff receive meal contributions. Overtime payments as and when required.

Security and Compliance

All appointments are subject to professional background check and satisfactory security clearance. The successful applicant will be required to provide a copy of his/her passport or national identity card for all nationalities held, an up-to-date criminal record, two written proofs of address and two references.

Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in France are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local French employment law and FCO guidance for Local Staff. The posts offered are not an entry point into the UK’s Diplomatic Service.

Application Guidance

Your application will only be considered if you follow the guidance below: Your application must be sent in English only; clearly indicate all nationalities held.

The successful candidates will be subject to professional background checks and security clearance.

Equal Employment

Equal employment We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or gender identity. We particularly encourage applications from candidates with protected characteristics. The FCDO France Network wants to maximise the potential of everyone who chooses to work for us, regardless of their background.

Learning and Development

Learning and Development opportunities: The France Network emphasizes L&D and the jobholder will benefit from opportunities offered by the Diplomatic Academy and civil service learning, as well as informal opportunities within the Embassy.

Working Pattern

The position is based on a 35-hour working week. Ability to work shift patterns (including weekends, Nights and Bank holidays) and to be flexible regarding taking on extra shifts to cover colleague’s absences.